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'Food Safety: Salmonella Found in Flax Seeds and Chia in Canada

Health Matters America of Cheektowaga, New York, on last Saturday recalled specific lots of organic traditionally sprouted flax seed powder and organic traditionally sprouted chia and flax seed powder as they have been found to be potentially contaminated with Salmonella, a pathogen that is a threat to human health.

By Shilpa Chakravorty

'Ireland’s Food Related Complaints Up By 14 Percent

The Food Safety Authority of Ireland recorded 14 percent increase in consumer complaints regarding food hygiene, premises and labeling of food. The complaints were received by FSAI’s Advice Line amounting to 2,739 cases which has roughly changed from a recorded 2,738 cases in 2014.
'FDA Agrees To Test Food for Cancer Causing Weed Killers

The Food and Drug Administration has finally agreed to test the food products such as corn, soyabeans and other food products for the presence of glyphosate, which is the world’s most used herbicide.
'Healthy Ways To Enjoy Fast Food

The effort to have a quickie lunch drive thru tends to leave us feeling guilty as we think of the ways we're gaining calories and fats. While you're on the go, you can follow this guru-caliber advice on pointing at the right menu items in an effort to save big on fat and calories.
'Top Diets for Expectant Moms

Mothers who wish to keep both themselves and their baby healthy should be strict about their diets. Here are some great foods that you should include in a diet, if you're expecting a little one soon.
'GMO Pros and Cons: Most Common GMO Crops

GMO crops are perhaps one of the most controverial food sources today, and with all the information around, it can be difficult to find out which food crops have a GMO version. Here is a quick list of the 5 most common GMO food crops grown around the world.
'How to Read and Understand Food Labels

Have you ever been duped after you picked one grocery item over another just because its label claimed several health benefits? It is likely that you have picked the product because of terms like fat-free or all natural. However, you later found out that these are fake claims. You are not the only one to have done so and later felt frustrated.
'Maine Seafood Company Shut Down For Violating Food Safety Codes

A seafood company in Maine, which supplies products to Boston, has been closed for repeatedly violating food safety standards throughout the past decade.
'Nestle Canada Recalls Good Start 2 Formula

Infants, who have been consuming Good Start 2 concentrated formula from Nestle Canada Inc, might miss out key ingredients due to the mineral content of the product.
'Benefits of Eating Dairy Products

Consuming dairy products provides health benefits – especially improved bone health. Foods in the Dairy Group provide nutrients that are vital for health and maintenance of your body. These nutrients include calcium, potassium, vitamin D, and protein.
'KFC Allegedly Served Lung With Fried Chicken

A man, who had ordered a fried chicken breast at KFC some time back, was aghast on being served a nauseating lump. Nevertheless, Mark Nicholas began chewing his food, which he believed was a piece of fried chicken breast, but soon began to feel sick as he found it to be disgusting and nauseating.
'How To Beat Climate Change: Go Organic!

A clear understanding of our food chain, the energy required for producing it and the distance it travels to reach us, will help us decide on eating healthier foods.